Production Planner

Salaried/Skilled Trades NSG Group•Versailles, KY

12d

About The Position

Responsible for the development of the production schedule and manufacturing plan consistent with finished product demand, resource availability, and inventory level objectives. Optimizes resource planning operations through reduced set ups, family scheduling, etc. Schedules the production of material through the plant to meet customer requirements and maintain inventory levels. Provides information to and coordinates with Purchasing Department to aid in the schedule for consumption of component parts and glass. Maintains open communication with customers, manufacturing and support personnel, and subcontractors to assure manufacturing plans are clearly understood and fulfilled. Coordinates with Maintenance and Engineering for scheduled down-time, PMs, equipment upgrades, etc. Assists in coordinating engineering changes. Participates in new product development programs. Interfaces with NMI/GSC and schedules pre-customer release development runs. Maintains accurate records and documentation for history and audit purposes. Supports departmental activities by serving as backup for other Materials positions as required. Prepares and publishes daily and weekly schedules. Develops 12 week plan by part number. Maintains updated procedures in support of Pilkington Quality System Requirements. Provides assistance to Purchasing to determine material usage per part for annual blanket order estimation. Reviews work in process material status on production floor. Conducts daily scheduling meetings. Minimizes/eliminates obsolete material. Participates in monthly/annual physical inventories. Verifies Bill of Material and Routing accuracy. Maintains the Material Master records. On call 24/7 to respond to customer and scheduling questions. Conducts all business affairs in accordance with Pilkington’s business philosophy and Standards of Business Conduct. Responsible for following the Environmental, Quality, and Safety policies. Other duties as assigned. Adherence to NSG Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
3–5 years of hands-on experience in materials management or logistics operations.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong understanding of plant operations and production processes.
Proven analytical abilities in forecasting and anticipating production needs and capacities.
Skilled at solving practical problems and managing multiple priorities in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve conflicts and foster collaboration across departments.
Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence.
Experienced in using SAP or comparable ERP systems for materials and production management.

Nice To Haves

3-5 years of experience in automotive manufacturing environment
Six Sigma Certification
APICS Certification
SAP S/4HANA

Responsibilities

Develop the production schedule and manufacturing plan consistent with finished product demand, resource availability, and inventory level objectives.
Optimize resource planning operations through reduced set ups, family scheduling, etc.
Schedule the production of material through the plant to meet customer requirements and maintain inventory levels.
Provide information to and coordinate with Purchasing Department to aid in the schedule for consumption of component parts and glass.
Maintain open communication with customers, manufacturing and support personnel, and subcontractors to assure manufacturing plans are clearly understood and fulfilled.
Coordinate with Maintenance and Engineering for scheduled down-time, PMs, equipment upgrades, etc.
Assist in coordinating engineering changes.
Participate in new product development programs.
Interface with NMI/GSC and schedule pre-customer release development runs.
Maintain accurate records and documentation for history and audit purposes.
Support departmental activities by serving as backup for other Materials positions as required.
Prepare and publish daily and weekly schedules.
Develop 12 week plan by part number.
Maintain updated procedures in support of Pilkington Quality System Requirements.
Provide assistance to Purchasing to determine material usage per part for annual blanket order estimation.
Review work in process material status on production floor.
Conduct daily scheduling meetings.
Minimize/eliminate obsolete material.
Participate in monthly/annual physical inventories.
Verify Bill of Material and Routing accuracy.
Maintain the Material Master records.
Be on call 24/7 to respond to customer and scheduling questions.
Conduct all business affairs in accordance with Pilkington’s business philosophy and Standards of Business Conduct.
Follow the Environmental, Quality, and Safety policies.
Adhere to NSG Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles.